1. Field Operations/Patrol

    ... is comprised of five deputies.Deputies are responsible for responding to emergencies, investigating crimes that have occurred, conducting traffic enforcement,investigating motor vehicle collisions, serving of civil papers, sex offender registration ... other duties.The unincorporated area of Lewis County is divided into two geographic areas for the purpose of patrols. Mossyrock ... they have five days off. The deputies work a total of six months on dayshift and six months onnightshift.In addition to their regular duties, the Field Operations Bureau has deputiesassigned to specialty assignments to include Search and Rescue, Swift Water Rescue, Marine Patrol,Sheriff's Response Team, and Motors.Additionally, deputies participate in proactive traffic emphasis to increase public safety on Lewis County’s roadways. These High ...


    Sheriff - Jan. 27, 2015, 8:45 a.m.

  2. Knotweed

    ... alternate, leathery, and oval. The base is slightly indented to deeply heart-shaped and leaf midveins have hairs.Flowers: Flower clusters ... at stem and branch tips. Clusters are around 8 to 13 ¾ inches long. Sepals are white to pinkish white in color. Blooms August - October.Habitat: Knotweed can grow just about anywhere and is commonly ... populations are extremely persistent and colonies are extremely difficult to eradicate. It poses a significant threat to riparian areas, causes erosion issues and is not good ... rivers and many of their tributaries. It is important to address knotweed strategically at the uppermost parts of theinfested river in order to reduce the chances of reinfestation. Find out more about how we are doing this ...


    Weed Control - Sept. 13, 2022, 3:38 p.m.

  3. Slenderflower Thistle & Turkish Thistle

    ... Turkish Thistle Turkish Thistle Slenderflower Thistle - Grows up to 6.5 feet tall with loose hairs on the stem.Leaves: ... of 5-20+ pink flowers are usually found near the tops of the stems.Habitat: Dry open areas like pastures, ranges, ... - Annual thistle with winged stems that grows up to 4 feet tall.Leaves: Basal leaves are about 4 inches ... reduce in size moving up the stem. The leaf bottoms are woolier than the tops.Flowers: Flowers bloom May-July. Flowers appear almost compressed, being moreslender towards the top. They are pink in color and often on short ... outcompeting native and desired vegetation.These thistles can be hard to identify and may be confused with other thistle species. ...


    Weed Control - Sept. 29, 2022, 10:57 a.m.

  4. Tree of Heaven

    ... Tree of Heaven - A deciduous tree growing up to 60 feet tall. Plant parts may be identified by ... teeth and a visibly large gland on the underside, towards the base of the leaf.Flowers: Flowers bloom from May-July. ... forms thickets and outcompetes native plants by leaching allelochemicals into the ground that are toxic or harmful to nearby plants. This species is highly rhizomatous and 'suckers' excessively.Tree of Heaven is also the preferred ... Spotted Lanternfly! This invasive insect can cause massive damage to trees including fruit trees. To get ahead of this insect's spread, it is beneficial to remove Trees-of-Heaven if found on your property. Please let ...


    Weed Control - Oct. 6, 2022, 9:32 a.m.

  5. Info on Weed Species

    "Which list is which?" Every year, the Washington State Weed Board adopts a noxious weed list, whichgoes into effect on the first of January. In the following ... addition, the county Weed Board also has the option to select additional Class B & C weeds to the list that are a local priority for control ... variety of cources, inlcuding reports from other counties within Washington State, to identify the weeds that it believes should be considered to be high high priority, due to their likelihood of introduction, etc. The Board welcomes inputfrom the public regarding weed selection to the county weed list, contact us for more information.LewisCounty Weed ListAppendixWashington State Noxious Weed ...


    Weed Control - Jan. 11, 2012, 8:50 a.m.

  6. Urban Growth Area (UGA) Clean Up Project

    ... split parcels, and boundary inconsistencies. These issues can lead to confusion in land use designations, planning decisions, and long-termgrowth management. The UGA cleanup effort is designed to correct these discrepancies and ensure the boundaries accurately reflect ... Staff Report & Attachment Get InvolvedThe public is invited to attend an open house on Thursday, April 23, 2026 ... Ave., Chehalis, WA. This meeting will provide an opportunity to learn more about the UGA cleanup effort, review proposed ... Please check back for updates and more information.Please subscribe to the Lewis County Planning Announcements to receive notifications about upcoming opportunities. Upcoming MeetingsPlease visit the ...


    Community Development - March 2, 2026, 2:15 p.m.

  7. Homeless and Housing Program

    ... & Social Services administers state and local housing funds to support programs that prevent homelessness, provide shelter and housing ... access stable housing. We work with local service providers to coordinate resources and support individuals and families experiencing housing ... Action Program.Phone: (360) 836-1937Coordinated Entry connects individuals and families to available housing resources, shelter, and supportive services in Lewis ... guide for projects that use state and local funds to serve individuals experiencing homelessness and support affordable housing opportunities ... equitable, accountable and transparent homeless crisis response system; seek to house everyone in a stable setting that meets their ... possible.Objective Three: Prioritize assistance based on the greatest barriers to housing stability and the greatest risk of harm.Objective Four: ... sources, capital project funding criteria, and the strategies and milestones designed ...


    Public Health - April 28, 2014, 2:18 p.m.

  8. Truancy

    ... parents who are not currently in compliance with the Washington State Compulsory School Attendance laws. Referred to as the Becca Bill, youth who are found to be a truant by the court will be placedunder court order to attend school.For more information about the truancy law, truancypetition, and what to expect in the court process, please watch the videobelow. Lewis County Juvenile Court Truancy video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHYM0mtOU6k TRUANCY LEGISLATION R.C.W. 28A.225 Effective September 01,1995 For more ... Lewis CountyParent / Guardian guide for TruancyAttendance and Truancy ToolsHerramientas de asistencia y absentismo escolar


    Juvenile Court - Oct. 23, 2014, 1:42 p.m.

  9. Community Litter Cleanup Program

    ... program that uses inmate labor from the Lewis County Jail.To report an illegal dump on Lewis County Right ofWay or to report a County road in need of litter pickup, ... mile posts available or location of the dump site to report.To report an illegal dump or a Washington State highway in need of litter pickup, please callthe Washington Department of Ecology at 360-407-6351. Lewis County is notauthorized to clean up litter on private lands, state highways or Washington state property.


    Solid Waste - Aug. 13, 2014, 12:41 p.m.

  10. Community Litter Cleanup Program

    ... Public Works, Solid Waste Utility, operates a litter pick-up program.To report an illegal dump on Lewis County Right ofWay or to report a County road in need of litter pickup, ... available or location of the dump site or litter to report.To report an illegal dump or a Washington State highway in need of litter pickup, please callthe Washington Department of Ecology at 360-407-6351. Lewis County is notauthorized to clean up litter on private lands, state highways or Washington state property.


    Solid Waste - Aug. 13, 2014, 12:41 p.m.